Bears prepare for 2026 training camp with cornerbacks facing scrutiny
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 2:10 PM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
The Chicago Bears will begin their 2026 training camp in Lake Forest, with rookies and quarterbacks reporting on July 25 and veterans on July 28. The team's cornerback position features notable concerns, particularly with Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon, both of whom dealt with injuries last season. Johnson's past performance offers potential but raises questions about his health, while Gordon aims to establish himself after limited appearances in 2025. Tyrique Stevenson is anticipated to compete for a starting spot, facing pressure from rookie Malik Muhammad. The Bears will evaluate their cornerback depth during training camp.
- •Chicago Bears training camp opens July 25 for rookies.
- •Jaylon Johnson and Kyler Gordon both recovering from injuries.
- •Tyrique Stevenson competes for starting role against Malik Muhammad.
- •Bears aim to solidify their defensive backfield this summer.
- 2:10 PMYahoo Sports — Bears 2026 training camp preview: Cornerback room has plenty to prove
"The Chicago Bears are hoping for a good year from their cornerback room, which could be a strength or a weakness. Our training camp preview:
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
NFL•Oct 31, 2026, 12:45 AMCaleb Williams refuses to stop wearing unauthorized cleats despite NFL fine
NFL•Oct 31, 2026, 12:33 AMJeffery Simmons’ Arrival Has Experts High on Bears’ Super Bowl Chances
NFL•Oct 31, 2026, 12:00 AMNFC North 2027 NFL mock draft after the Bears acquire Jeffrey Simmons
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 11:31 PMWhat trading Jeffery Simmons does to Titans defensive line depth chart?
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 10:10 PMTreVeyon Henderson doesn’t practice Thursday ahead of Patriots/Dolphins game
NFL•Oct 30, 2026, 9:37 PMWhy Cowboys’ Jerry Jones tempers down trade rumors after Bears’ Jeffery Simmons deal
